Taylor Avery
About Taylor Avery
Taylor Avery serves as the Head of Quality at restor3d, where he has worked since 2020. With a background in mechanical engineering and extensive experience in quality assurance and process improvement, he has contributed to significant cost savings and efficiency gains in various engineering roles.
Current Role at Restor3d
Taylor Avery serves as the Head of Quality at Restor3d, a position held since 2020. In this role, Taylor oversees quality assurance processes and initiatives aimed at enhancing product reliability and performance. Taylor's leadership focuses on implementing best practices in quality management and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The role involves strategic planning and collaboration with various teams to drive continuous improvement in quality metrics.
Previous Experience in Quality Engineering
Prior to the current role, Taylor Avery worked as a Quality Engineer at Restor3d from 2019 to 2020. Taylor contributed to the development and enhancement of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for cell operations and rework procedures. This experience followed a tenure at Armstrong Flooring, Inc., where Taylor held multiple positions, including Quality Engineer in Quality Assurance and Mechanical Engineer in Research & Development. These roles involved managing teams and improving tooling design and processes.
Educational Background
Taylor Avery completed a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering with a Business Leadership Minor at the Georgia Institute of Technology from 2013 to 2017. This educational background provided a strong foundation in engineering principles and business practices. Taylor also attended Starr's Mill High School, graduating in 2013. The combination of formal education and practical experience has equipped Taylor with the skills necessary for a successful career in engineering and quality management.
Notable Achievements in Engineering
Throughout Taylor Avery's career, several key achievements stand out. Taylor successfully managed a team that improved tooling design across 12 assembly cells, leading to efficiency gains and cost savings. Additionally, Taylor achieved a reduction in scrap costs by over $40,000 within a three-month period through strategic management and process improvements. Another significant accomplishment includes increasing throughput by 150 parts per day on a specific cell, which positively impacted return on sales.
Internship and Early Career Experience
Taylor Avery began gaining practical experience in engineering as an Engineering Intern at AMF Bakery Systems in 2015. This four-month internship provided valuable insights into engineering processes. Taylor also worked as a Mechanical Engineering Senior Design Student at The Coca-Cola Company in 2017. These early roles contributed to Taylor's understanding of engineering applications in real-world settings and laid the groundwork for future positions in quality engineering.